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Avg Walk Score: 58/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The British Home in California Ltd
SC
AL
IL
California Ltd
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,195 / 1,645
Yes
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,626 / 2,057
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1,507
--British Home In California, Ltd The-
Twin Rivers at Natomas
SC
AL
Sacramento
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,158 / 1,645
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
18
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #706 / 1,507
--Twin Rivers At Natomas Inc-
Gordon Manor
SC
AL
Redwood City
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #897 / 1,645
No
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,810 / 2,057
7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
--Mzr, Inc Gordon Manor-
Villa Gardens
SC
NH
SNF
Pasadena
340
Facility 340
CA AVG 103
Rank #39 / 1,645
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 58
Rank #137 / 2,057
1436
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,507
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Waterman Canyon Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
San Bernardino
166
Facility 166
CA AVG 103
Rank #269 / 1,645
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
17--
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #776 / 1,507
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #275 / 1,452
A+--
Palazzo Post Acute
SC
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (East Hollywood)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 58
Rank #155 / 2,057
20--
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 13
Rank #8 / 1,507
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #301 / 1,452
A+--
Valley Healthcare Center
SC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
San Bernardino
202
Facility 202
CA AVG 103
Rank #148 / 1,645
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,048 / 2,057
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12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #271 / 1,452
A+-Private / Semi-Private / 3 Bed Rooms
Noble Care Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Pacific)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,215 / 2,057
26--
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 13
Rank #30 / 1,507
91.9%
Facility 91.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #299 / 1,452
A+--
Bayshire San Dimas
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
San Dimas
119
Facility 119
CA AVG 103
Rank #595 / 1,645
Yes
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,838 / 2,057
59
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,348 / 1,387
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,244 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #895 / 1,452
-San Dimas Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ladera Sunrise
SC
AL
Los Angeles (Ladera Heights)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,691 / 2,057
5-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
-Golden Harvest Care Homes, LLC-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2,083 on this page.

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Country Crest Senior Living

55 Concordia Ln, Oroville, CA 95966
Overview of Country Crest Senior Living

Located in Oroville, California, Country Crest Senior Living provides senior residents with an unrivaled experience, boasting pet-friendly Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care apartments and suites, granting access to a diverse array of remarkable amenities. This community offers a chance to come home to luxury senior living, set in the backdrop of the picturesque Sierra Nevada Mountains, ensuring an enriched and fulfilling life for its cherished residents.

Country Crest Senior Living introduces an exceptional, maintenance-free lifestyle. Here, a helping hand is available whenever it’s needed. Residents can enjoy good food and access a rich calendar of daily activities. Country Crest Senior Living is the place to discover it no matter what lifestyle residents seek.

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Overview of The British Home in California

An independent living and respite care community that British Home In California, Ltd operates is The British Home in California. Built nearly five decades ago and administered by Rosario Munoz, it remains a modest residential option for older adults seeking support and community.

The community houses 41 residents and offers respite care alongside residential services. Various activities and events all year, including the summer highlight and the June Faire, provide opportunities for residents to engage and stay connected. Daily meals are served in Armstrong Hall, which includes a lounge area for residents to gather and relax. On-site amenities support daily living and comfort. Occupants can access a salon, garden and patio spaces, housekeeping and laundry services, and transportation assistance, helping decrease the logistics of managing a household alone. The community stands in a tranquil residential area with a Walk Score of 36. Though most trips require a quick drive, some errands can be finished on foot.

The British Home in California is a good residential option for older adults needing community support. For families considering it, visiting in person is the best way to see the space, meet the staff, understand the daily ambiance, and examine whether this smaller residential community is a modest fit.

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Overview of Twin Rivers at Natomas

Twin Rivers at Natomas operates a 48-bed residential assisted living community along San Juan Road in Sacramento, California. Administered by Sita Vadarevu under Twin Rivers at Natomas Inc., the facility offers long-term accommodations for older adults aged 55 and up. The local neighborhood features a walk score of 69, providing a semi-walkable layout where families can reach a few local retail spots or parks on foot, though most medical appointments and regional trips will require a short drive.

The residential routine balances group social events with direct assistance for daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and regular medication distribution. Staff members take care of everyday household maintenance, managing laundry, linen rotations, and on-site housekeeping duties so residents do not have to handle chores independently. The property features a communal garden and shared relaxation lounges, complemented by an open dining hall that serves daily meals restaurant-style.

The California Department of Social Services evaluates residential elder care settings through regular on-site audits to verify that safety setups, kitchen cleanliness, and staffing ratios meet licensing guidelines. Past state review logs show a history of reliable compliance, maintaining overall citation metrics that reflect strong performance compared to regional averages. You can request to view their formal regulatory binder and historical inspection records when speaking with the building staff.

Prospective families can call the main office desk at (916) 216-3058 to inquire about current bed vacancies or to schedule an introductory tour. The onboarding staff can break down how individual care tiers affect monthly fees, explain private payment channels, and show you how the team coordinates appointment transportation with local medical and dental clinics.

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Gordon Manor

1616 Gordon St, Redwood City, CA 94061-2811
Overview of Gordon Manor

Administered by Portia Gaddi, Gordon Manor is a residential community with 82 beds operated by Mzr,Inc Gordon Manor. Operating for four years, it’s situated in an area with a Walk Score of 23, so most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

The property features well-appointed residential spaces. This includes units with three large bedrooms, king-sized beds, spacious bathrooms with double vanities, plus practical amenities like a walk-in robe, outdoor BBQ area, and formal sitting room. Providing flexible gathering spaces for dining and living is the open plan layout. A community highlight is its culinary focus. The kitchen is equipped with Miele appliances, and the facility offers cooking classes featuring local produce. For occupants who don’t like to cook, a local chef can prepare meals, providing flexibility and personalized dining options.

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Villa Gardens

842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Overview of Villa Gardens

Villa Gardens is a large, 340-bed Continuing Care Retirement Community managed by Front Porch Communities and Services that has been operating for 26 years. The property supports multiple tiers of care on a single campus, but its skilled nursing wing maintains a short-term rehabilitation focus, logging a brief 50-day average length of stay. Payment options are restricted to Medicare and private-pay accounts. Situated just half a mile from the city center, the gated property has a walkability score of 92 out of 100, which allows employees and visiting guests to handle everyday errands entirely on foot.

An extensive daily care schedule is backed by a solid lineup of campus amenities and an on-site nurse aide training program. Direct care records from the California Department of Public Health show that the nursing staff delivers an average of 5 hours and 11 minutes of hands-on care per resident each day, a staffing level that remains steady through the weekends. The gated campus features a swimming pool, a sports court, a landscaped barbecue area, chef-prepared meals, and covered parking.

On the regulatory side, public inspection logs from state agencies show that inspectors have occasionally cited the facility for minor deficiencies involving environmental upkeep, infection control, pharmacy tracking, and quality of care. The administration resolved each of these findings following the reviews, and the property carries zero critical or serious enforcement penalties.

Interested individuals researching comprehensive retirement communities or short-term physical therapy options can use these state regulatory filings to assess the property’s operational background. The public documents outline a spacious, highly walkable campus that provides exceptionally high daily nursing hours and extensive lifestyle amenities, balanced against standard regulatory fixes in basic care and maintenance charting.

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Overview of Waterman Canyon Post Acute

Waterman Canyon Post Acute is San Bernardino’s premier nursing center. The dedicated team of professionals approaches their service with the understanding that their residents need a sense of safety and wellness– both physically and emotionally. They inspire residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Waterman Canyon is the place to experience effective care.

Waterman Canyon’s nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing it is filled with safe, comfortable, and therapeutic service. Seniors are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.

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Overview of Palazzo Post Acute

Palazzo Post Acute is a top-rated community in Los Angeles, CA, offering nursing care and rehabilitation. Residents can ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their healthcare needs. The community also accepts Medicare and Medicaid to ease financial burdens.

To enhance residents’ living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted that highlight their interests and capabilities. Pain management, diabetic care, and wound care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community also provides physical, occupational therapy, and medical equipment for residents’ convenience. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s nurturing and inviting environment.

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Overview of Valley Healthcare Center

Conveniently located near trusted hospitals like Loma Linda University Medical Center and Community Hospital of San Bernardino in San Bernardino, CA, Valley Healthcare Center is an esteemed community that offers short-term and long-term care. Featuring 109 cozy and specially designed accommodations, the community ensures comfort and safety, especially with top-notch care and assistance tailored to residents’ special needs. Medicare is also accepted in the community, easing residents’ financial challenges.

With state-of-the-art amenities and innovative approaches, residents keep peace of mind and enjoy the highest quality of life. The community also offers continued care from home to ensure a worry-free recovery. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Find the care you need with the community’s wide range of care and round-the-clock assistance.

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Overview of Noble Care Center

Noble Care Center, located in Stockton, California, is a facility that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. With a compassionate approach to healthcare, Noble Care Center specializes in a range of services, including wound care, restorative nursing, memory care, and diabetes management. Their dedicated team of professionals is well-equipped to provide expert medication management and personalized assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care and support. The facility prides itself on its comprehensive dementia care program, designed to meet the unique needs of individuals facing memory-related challenges.
With 24-hour supervision and a responsive call system, residents at Noble Care Center benefit from round-the-clock support and security. The facility offers 12-16 hour nursing services, providing continuous medical care, including specialized pain management techniques, enhancing the residents’ overall quality of life. In addition to the attentive healthcare services, Noble Care Center also provides essential housekeeping, creating a clean and comfortable living environment. Furthermore, the facility offers hospice and respite services, ensuring that residents and their families have access to comprehensive end-of-life care and temporary relief, emphasizing the facility’s commitment to holistic well-being. Noble Care Center stands as a center with compassion as its main mission, offering a nurturing atmosphere where residents can heal, thrive, and live their lives with dignity and grace.

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Overview of Bayshire San Dimas

At Bayshire San Dimas, where comfort meets community in a haven nestled in the heart of serene San Dimas. Our vibrant community is more than just a place to reside; it’s a place to thrive. At Bayshire San Dimas, we believe in fostering independence while providing compassionate support tailored to individual needs. Our dedicated team ensures that each resident feels cherished and valued, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of home.

With a focus on holistic well-being, Bayshire San Dimas offers a wealth of amenities and activities designed to enrich the mind, body, and soul. From chef-prepared meals crafted with care to engaging social events and wellness programs, every aspect of life here is geared towards enhancing quality of life. Whether strolling through our lush gardens, joining in a fitness class, or simply enjoying lively conversation with friends, residents are empowered to embrace each day with joy and purpose. Discover a new chapter of life at Bayshire San Dimas, where every moment is an opportunity for growth and connection.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in California

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2083 senior communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting senior communities in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.